as in fear
a strong feeling of being worried or nervous
a film about teenage angst
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Recent Examples of angst
There’s already angst in the party, and glee among Republicans, that the trio will use their new clout to spotlight issues that divide Democrats.
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Nicholas Wu,
semafor.com,
24 June 2026
The source of Soloviev’s angst lay in part in growing up with a father who was one of the more imposing, cantankerous figures in the history of New York real estate — a demographic with stiff competition.
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Reeves Wiedeman,
Curbed,
22 June 2026
The show was a must-see mash-up of sci-fi action, mystery, and relatable teen angst.
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Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
22 June 2026
After all the angst about traffic, high ticket prices, long security lines and extreme heat, stadium operations ran relatively smoothly.
—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for angst
Nicholas Wu,
semafor.com,
24 June 2026
The source of Soloviev’s angst lay in part in growing up with a father who was one of the more imposing, cantankerous figures in the history of New York real estate — a demographic with stiff competition.
—
Reeves Wiedeman,
Curbed,
22 June 2026
The show was a must-see mash-up of sci-fi action, mystery, and relatable teen angst.
—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
22 June 2026
After all the angst about traffic, high ticket prices, long security lines and extreme heat, stadium operations ran relatively smoothly.
—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for angst
Recent Examples of Synonyms for angst
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With the end of the month fast approaching, the migrant exodus has continued as fear of further mob attacks spreads through poor neighborhoods and informal settlements.
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Agents from Hawthorne to Manhattan Beach, Venice and Santa Monica report early inquiries on $5-million-plus properties, raising fears of speculative price spikes and even tighter inventory.
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To use available resources to block line of sight from the American Glass Research International complex to Trump, despite identifying this line of sight as a concern.
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Over in the geopolitical front, fresh escalating tensions draw concern as Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine, prompting Poland to scramble jets while Finland restricted airspace.
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If that conversation also seems too anxiety-provoking, focus on modes of communication that do feel accessible to you.
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The resulting anxiety and panic are an unfortunate side effect of a banner year for fireworks shows.
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Those worries make sense, and understanding how bird flu spreads and what to watch for is the best way to protect your flock and yourself.
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Elevation invites visitors to carve wishes, worries, and hopes into the church pews.
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The clinical version dates to research in the 1960s and 1970s, when devices tracked heart rate variability, muscle tension and skin temperature to help people regulate what was once considered automatic.
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Analysts expect gas prices to continue falling but remain unpredictable due to geopolitical tensions.
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Sore from the torment of her family’s banishment, Espinoza feels the pulse of current events.
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Many a knave is rich, sleek, and honored, while the just man is poor, hated, and in torment.
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If stress builds, schedule a short stretch break and set softer deadlines where possible, because kindness to your body supports reliable output.
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Always packing a portable charger is key to ensuring a stress-free travel day, which flight attendants can’t recommend more.
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Their mother cried out in anguish.
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Meanwhile, hundreds remained missing, leading to a wave of anguish among relatives and friends.
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“Angst.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/angst. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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